As anyone familiar with the tribes of North-West Africa will guess, the Berber carpet is named after the nomadic Berber tribes found in this region of the world. These people have used these particular weaving techniques for thousands of years and for a very good reason. By the day, the deserts of North Africa are scorching hot but by night, the temperature can plummet and the air becomes very cold. The tribe’s people thus made use of this fabric to wrap themselves up in during the night and still do to this day.

The Berber tribe mostly used camel hair or wool but nowadays, Berber carpets can be found in a variety of materials including olefin and nylon. Most carpets of this type are found in lighter colors and tones such as off-white and cream and this is the traditional style the carpet is found in. However, there are more modern designs which make use of darker colors.

The main benefit of Berber carpets, apart from their attractive appearance, is their ability to withstand wear and tear. A carpet of this type placed in an area where people often tread, will stand up to the test of time very well. The same goes for the onslaught that is vacuum cleaning. Some rugs can be damaged by the vacuum process, but this isn’t the case with the sturdy Berber rug. That said, if you buy the cheapest type of Berber, then don’t expect it to be as strong as the mid-priced and expensive versions. This is usually the case with any item you buy.

The main drawback of a Berber carpet is the fact that it doesn’t stand up well to stains. You can find stain-resistant Berber carpets and these are ideal for more messy areas of the home but in general, the rug will need to be taken to a professional cleaning service if damaged in this way. The dense fibres also mean that any dirt that finds its way into the carpet will be relatively difficult to get out again. If you have cats, it’s also likely to be highly attractive to them as a scratching post due to its particular weave and thus at risk of being unravelled.

There are pros and cons to every type of carpet and the benefits and risks need to be weighed up in relation to your home and lifestyle. That said, a Berber carpet is very beautiful and comes to a lot of cultural history behind it. It’s hard to imagine this type of carpet not being a good fit into most styles of home décor.

After all how hard can buying the right carpet be? Well you are right and if you take a few simple steps and do a bit of research then buying a new carpet is easy. But it is very easy to be taken in by a special offer in a carpet showroom and buy the wrong carpet.

This does happen and if it happens to you, it will be costly as you may well end up buying another carpet just a few months later.

Firstly you should consider that you will get a far better service if your chosen carpet company comes out to you, rather than you simply taking your room measurements to them.

The reason for this is that they will be able to bring along samples of underlay, and even gripper rods. Both of these items can be essential to a good carpet fitting.

You may as an example have an old carpet that needs replacing, and if it does the chances are that the underlay and the gripper rods will do as well.

Fitting your own carpet is not advised for the above reasons. Laying carpet is a specialist skill and whilst you could save a few pounds by laying one yourself, you then still have to think of the time it will take to rip up the old carpet, underlay and gripper rods, and then if you cut the carpet wrongly you may have a major problem! Also who will dispose of the old carpet – doubt it will fit in your car!

By using a “Full service” carpet company, they will be able to remove your old carpet, underlay and gripper rods. They will then lay down new rods and underlay to a professional standard, ensuring that when your new carpet is laid down, it is to the highest of standards.

Also by having a carpet company come to your own house they will also be able to advise on the correct grade of carpet you need. This may sound simple but if you buy a cheap roll end of carpet that is not designed for use in a shower room, but then place it in one, you will then find it is constantly damp and lets water through to the flooring below it.

So when choosing carpet always use a specialist, do not risk buying the wrong carpet on your own.

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Carpets

I like carpets in a house
Carpets keep warmth in.
I love to walk barefoot
I love the feel of carpet on my feet.

For a house that has clean colors
I would choose a colorful carpet as you see in the picture.
The carpet will bring forth joy and the colors provide clean lines

The carpets I have at home,
They are soft handmade carpets.
Very simple to clean are these carpets
And just as easy to pick up and change their places.

My house has a lot of carpets!
All sorts of sizes and colors
So …
You can also try and I know you will not regret!

Happy Winter!
Missy Poem.

Tabriz Persian rugs are named after the city and region from where they originate. Tabriz is the fourth largest city in Iran and is situated in the West of the country in the East Azerbaijan Province which is close to the Turkish and Azerbaijan border. The city has been recognised as the most prolific of Persian rug making centers and is famed worldwide for the quality and ultra-high standards of the rugs made there. It’s interesting to note that most people in the city of Tabriz are considered Azeris, a Turkic-speaking ethnic group, rather than Persians.

There are a wide variety of Tabriz Persian rug designs but most usually share common characteristics apart from their city of origin. The majority feature dense floral patterns like the one showcased in this post which in composed of a multitude of purple and red flowers and similar decorative attributes. Geometric designs and medallions can also be seen in many Tabriz rugs and again, these are also present in the example above. Other rug designs include images of hunting scenes, vases and pictorial motifs of objects common to the Persian and Azeri region of the world.

Buy here: Purple and Red Tabriz Persian Rug.

This particular 6′ 10 x 9′ 9 Tabriz Persian rug is one of a kind and has been aged so as to provide a classical and old-worldly look to your interior. You can read about the materials, colors, condition and purchasing details on the product page above.

The comfortable synthetic carpeting comes with secure rubber backing which grips to the underlying floor. Each set comes in just one color but when purchased with another one or two sets, the jigsaw rug arrangement possibilities become a lot more interesting. There are thirteen different colors available and these include, to name but a few, beige, fuchsia, ivory, pink, red and turquoise.

The jigsaw puzzle rug segments can be ordered in any which way you so desire. One can make a long line of them to highlight a long room or arrange them in a more regular rug style to sit beneath a coffee table. This type of fun jigsaw carpet is also great for children’s rooms where they can form the basis of a play area which can then become toys in themselves.

Students will also find these an attractive accessory to take with them to College where they can bring an impressive and much sought after flooring style to a dorm room. The jigsaw carpet pieces are ideal for people of all ages and tastes, plus with the color variety and design variations on offer, there are a wide range of possibilities to be explored.

You can buy these segment floor covering sets here: Imperial Jigsaw Puzzle Rug and Carpet.

Prize: $99

The novelty Santa rug is designed to last a long time and has been developed using special (and safe) chemical solutions which protect against stains and soiling. Premium nylon fibres ensure durability not seen in many a rug one can find. For functionality and festive aesthetics, the Christmas themed rug which shows Santa placing presents into a stocking, is right at the top of its league. This is why America’s Milliken Rugs are world renowned for their excellence too.

You can buy this novelty rug here: Milliken Winter Santa’s Visit Novelty Christmas Rug.

Here’s another picture showing what this Santa rug may look like in your own home.

By the way, if you’re trying to decide on what gifts to give family and friends this Christmas, the following page with hundreds of ideas for festive presents will be of great help: Christmas Present Ideas.

The fuzzy look is similar to the thick and soft appearance of chenille rugs and related decorative home accessories. When in the yarn format, the chenille looks very much like a long caterpillar. Cotton is the primary fabric pile used in the creation of chenille but other fabrics such as acrylic, olefin and rayon are also applied. The material is named after the particular process of creation rather than for a particular fibre with which it is made.

See also: Chenille 9 x 12 Area Rugs.

Chenille has hit the heights of popularity only very recently and this can be dated to the 1990′s. Production of the material increased and improved methods of making it developed. Over the 20th Century and particularly in later decades, chenille was used for a variety of housewares including bedding, carpets and also in some garments. Chenille rugs have become a much sought after home accent piece which can compliment an interior both visually and texturally.

This traditional style tatami mat is made from a double layer of Japanese rush grass which embodies long-lasting durability. Perfect for use in a variety of interiors, this tatami mat will compliment many different décor schemes especially those of an East Asian feel. Originally made in Japan for the nobility, this type of mat will bring aesthetic quality and a depth of cultural history to your home.

Japanese tatami mats are found in a number of different sizes. This particular mat is 6′x 3′ which will fit well into the majority of medium sized rooms and larger ones. The mats have also been used by martial arts practitioners as well as being used by the Samurai. In the West, a Japanese rush grass mat like this one will be ideal for a meditation room if you are so inclined to practice this relaxation technique for medical and/or Buddhist reasons. It will also serve well as a decorative floor mat to go under a home alter of whatever religion one happens to be.

You can buy this comfortable mat from here: 6′x 3′ Standard Handwoven Rush Grass Tatami Mat.

Price: $119.95
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Rather like with many items you seek to purchase, it is wise to check and indeed, trust, their brand’s reputation. In this case, the location of where the sheepskin originates is the important factor. Traditional sheep rearing nations like New Zealand, Australia and United Kingdom will certainly be the highest quality as compared to more local and newer makers. The many centuries of sheep rearing tradition means these nations know the ins and outs of gaining the best quality sheepskin.

Generally, sheepskin rugs should be soft and pliable with the piling neatly combed and little shedding. The back should also be free from artificial backing which can detract from the overall feel of the rug and is a good indicator of a lower quality make. In most cases, the rugs can be washed in a regular home washing machine with minimal non-biological detergent but if you want to play it completely safe, you can also have then professionally dry cleaned.

Sheepskin rugs can be used in just about any location in the home interior. In most cases they are placed in the main living room as a decorative accent to the fire place and sofa area. Some stores and manufacturers will also allow customisation of rugs which include personalised colors, sizes and even shapes. The extra large versions can even make large area rugs. Dyes can also be used to make the rug match with the room’s color scheme.

If the sheepskin rug becomes crushed after a period of use, the best method to bring it back to it’s plush look is to run a wire dog brush through the rug with a few strokes.

Check out a vast range of rugs and carpets.

A fascinating thing to note about this red animal themed Persian rug is the location which influenced its style. For the last few decades, tensions between the United States and Iran in the political arena have clouded what was before a close relationship in culture and the arts. This is mirrored by the fact that the Hamadan Mehraban type of Persian rug is influenced by the recommendation of a certain Mr. S. Tyriakian of New York who suggested Americans would prefer rose-field carpets with blue borders and detached floral motives. The style would later be called the ‘American Sarouk’.

This red animal themed Persian rug is an example of an ‘American Sarouk’ made in Mehraban, a district of north Hamadan in Iran. The rug shows animals native to Iran such as goats and what I believe are lambs. Whilst Western influenced, the Persian rug is still richly in the style of traditional Persian rug designs which have gained popularity worldwide. In fact, the English artist and textile designer William Morris was a great admirer of Persian weaving and much of his work was inspired by Persian art.

The colors of Persian rugs are beautiful and this is the case with this animal themed Persian Mehraban rug. A deep red acts as the background whilst accent colors such as blue, beige, green and reddy-brown merge together to form what can only be described as ‘eye-candy’. If you have a fondness for Persian rugs and admire, like I do, the rich and beautiful colors that comprise Iranian art and design, then this animal themed red Persian rug will make a wonderful addition to your home interior.

In most cases it will look best on the floor where it can be admired such as in a living room, bedroom or hallway. It can also be attached to a wall or placed on a large table as a decorative room accent.

You can see a larger picture of this red Persian rug as well as purchasing details and further information at the following location: Animal Themed Red Persian Mehraban Rug Made in Iran.

Price: $175